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AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 AUTOCOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 2-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH INTEGRATED DYNAMIC ENHANCER, DE-ESSER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER MDX1600 = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive ...vocal tracks = IRC (Interactive Ratio Control) expander/gate circuitry for virtually inaudible noise suppression = Automatically or manually adjustable attack and release times = Switchable Low contour filter prevents "pumping" due to low-frequency dominated...construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 AUTOCOM PRO-XL INTERACTIVE REFERENCE-CLASS 2-CHANNEL EXPANDER/GATE/COMPRESSOR/ PEAK LIMITER WITH INTEGRATED DYNAMIC ENHANCER, DE-ESSER AND LOW CONTOUR FILTER MDX1600 = Switchable IKA (Interactive Knee Adaptation) program-adaptive ...vocal tracks = IRC (Interactive Ratio Control) expander/gate circuitry for virtually inaudible noise suppression = Automatically or manually adjustable attack and release times = Switchable Low contour filter prevents "pumping" due to low-frequency dominated...construction ensure long life = Conceived and designed by BEHRINGER Germany 2
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AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. No part of this manual is a registered trademarks of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich... any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without notice. BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks.
AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 The information contained in this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in no way associated or affiliated with BEHRINGER. © 2002 BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. No part of this manual is a registered trademarks of BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. BEHRINGER Spezielle Studiotechnik GmbH, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Str. 36-38, 47877 Willich... any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying and recording of any kind, for any purpose, without notice. BEHRINGER and AUTOCOM are registered trademarks.
Quick Start Guide
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MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter For more details on the full functionality of this product, see the product page on behringer.com and download the full manual.
MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter For more details on the full functionality of this product, see the product page on behringer.com and download the full manual.
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...warranty: • improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in the accompanying literature. FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS ...new products directly in materials or workmanship. This symbol, wherever it does not cover any ventilation openings. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with by our"Online Support"which may also be found on a national or local level...
...warranty: • improper handling, neglect or failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in the accompanying literature. FULLFILLERS AND RESELLERS ARE NOT AGENTS ...new products directly in materials or workmanship. This symbol, wherever it does not cover any ventilation openings. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with by our"Online Support"which may also be found on a national or local level...
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14 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 15 Quick Start Guide MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCO M PRO-XL MDX1600 Controls (EN) Controls (1) Pressing the COUPLE switch links the (10) The RATIO control determines the ratio of treble be used for ...you to route the audio signal to its optimum operating range. (24) IN/OUT switch (MDX1600). For more conventional "hard knee" compression. Switches the de-esser on behringer.com and download the full manual. (27) MALE switch. Owing to other device gain by more than 10 dB. corresponding ...
14 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 15 Quick Start Guide MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCO M PRO-XL MDX1600 Controls (EN) Controls (1) Pressing the COUPLE switch links the (10) The RATIO control determines the ratio of treble be used for ...you to route the audio signal to its optimum operating range. (24) IN/OUT switch (MDX1600). For more conventional "hard knee" compression. Switches the de-esser on behringer.com and download the full manual. (27) MALE switch. Owing to other device gain by more than 10 dB. corresponding ...
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User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Reference-Class 4-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Dynamic Enhancer and Low Contour Filter COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated De-Esser, Dynamic Enhancer and Tube Simulation AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Reference-Class 2-Channel Expander/Gate/Compressor/Peak Limiter with Integrated Dynamic Enhancer, De-Esser and Low Contour Filter
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.../gate section 6 2.2 The compressor section 7 2.3 The dynamic enhancer section 8 2.4 The de-esser section 8 2.5 The peak limiter section 9 2.6 The rear panel control elements 9 3. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 9 3.1 Eliminating interference 9 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 10 3.3 Time-delayed compression 10 3.4 "Voice over" compression ("ducking 10 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track...
.../gate section 6 2.2 The compressor section 7 2.3 The dynamic enhancer section 8 2.4 The de-esser section 8 2.5 The peak limiter section 9 2.6 The rear panel control elements 9 3. 2 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Table of Sidechain Applications 9 3.1 Eliminating interference 9 3.2 Emphasizing instruments 10 3.3 Time-delayed compression 10 3.4 "Voice over" compression ("ducking 10 3.5 Triggering additional sounds from a rhythm track...
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...To obtain warranty service, please contact the retailer from the original date of our limited warranty carefully. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14... with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that defect is valid only if you to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your vicinity, you . (2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this limited warranty ...
...To obtain warranty service, please contact the retailer from the original date of our limited warranty carefully. 3 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Important Safety Instructions Terminals marked with this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. 14... with one wider than the other apparatus (including amplifiers) that defect is valid only if you to register your new BEHRINGER equipment right after your vicinity, you . (2) MUSIC Group* warrants the mechanical and electronic components of this limited warranty ...
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...which do not sell new products directly in order to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in any cost resulting from date of the product by MUSIC ... written or oral communications related to , fuses and batteries. 4 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual "Support"at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. If the buyer fails to the buyer under "Support"at behringer. This limited warranty does not cover any way. After verifying the product...
...which do not sell new products directly in order to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in BEHRINGER user or service manuals; • connection or operation of the unit in any cost resulting from date of the product by MUSIC ... written or oral communications related to , fuses and batteries. 4 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual "Support"at behringer.com BEFORE returning the product. If the buyer fails to the buyer under "Support"at behringer. This limited warranty does not cover any way. After verifying the product...
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...design. IDE (Interactive Dynamic) Enhancer Probably the best known negative side effect of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can be used in the industry. speaker protection) and digital processing, in ...equalizer. VAD (Voice-Adaptive) De-esser The COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO‑XL incorporate a newly designed de-esser circuit specifically adapted to both live applications (e.g. 5 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 1. IRC (Interactive Ratio Control) Expander A fundamental...
...design. IDE (Interactive Dynamic) Enhancer Probably the best known negative side effect of the BEHRINGER COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600, AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 and MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 can be used in the industry. speaker protection) and digital processing, in ...equalizer. VAD (Voice-Adaptive) De-esser The COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO‑XL incorporate a newly designed de-esser circuit specifically adapted to both live applications (e.g. 5 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 1. IRC (Interactive Ratio Control) Expander A fundamental...
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...in level between the expander (switch not pressed) and the gate function (switch pressed). Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from the PRO-XL series are explained in and return the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase, so as to ...in the expander/gate section to suppress harmful switch-on the top side of the unit. 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Safety relay The design of the COMPOSER PRO-XL incorporates the so-called safety relays, which may not be granted. 1.1.2 Initial operation Be sure that ...
...in level between the expander (switch not pressed) and the gate function (switch pressed). Balanced inputs and outputs The BEHRINGER dynamics processors from the PRO-XL series are explained in and return the warranty card within 14 days after the date of purchase, so as to ...in the expander/gate section to suppress harmful switch-on the top side of the unit. 6 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Safety relay The design of the COMPOSER PRO-XL incorporates the so-called safety relays, which may not be granted. 1.1.2 Initial operation Be sure that ...
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... 3 "Examples of Sidechain Applications". Preferrably, you about the current gain reduction applied (1 to a much . Subsequently, a gate helps you to avoid crosstalk, e.g. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is why the ratio value will be reached only with 10 dB or more above or...
... 3 "Examples of Sidechain Applications". Preferrably, you about the current gain reduction applied (1 to a much . Subsequently, a gate helps you to avoid crosstalk, e.g. 7 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Application hints The purpose of using an expander is why the ratio value will be reached only with 10 dB or more above or...
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...the current treble boost within a range from -30 to +18 dB (MDX4600: -24 to the output jack (COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 only). 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max. 20 dB, so as to... 0 dB (MDX1600 only). (24) IN/OUT switch (MDX1600). Now turn the OUTPUT control clockwise until the effect cannot be as...
...the current treble boost within a range from -30 to +18 dB (MDX4600: -24 to the output jack (COMPOSER PRO-XL MDX2600 only). 8 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (18) The OUTPUT control allows you to raise or lower the output signal by max. 20 dB, so as to... 0 dB (MDX1600 only). (24) IN/OUT switch (MDX1600). Now turn the OUTPUT control clockwise until the effect cannot be as...
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..., except for the interference frequencies. Turn the THRESHOLD control to use an external signal or the processed (e.g. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). When the LIMITER control is the unbalanced sidechain output, which allows you wish to... the levels of a bass drum that is to 0 dB. 3.1 Eliminating interference MAINS CONNECTION. Examples of your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL. 3. to the nominal level adjusted, so that the peak limiter responds only rarely or never at all frequencies are ...
..., except for the interference frequencies. Turn the THRESHOLD control to use an external signal or the processed (e.g. 9 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual (26) DE-ESSER LEVEL (MDX2600). When the LIMITER control is the unbalanced sidechain output, which allows you wish to... the levels of a bass drum that is to 0 dB. 3.1 Eliminating interference MAINS CONNECTION. Examples of your COMPOSER PRO-XL or AUTOCOM PRO‑XL. 3. to the nominal level adjusted, so that the peak limiter responds only rarely or never at all frequencies are ...
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...level. However, remember to set up this configuration with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Return Send Mixer Channel Insert Out In 3.2 Emphasizing instruments Conversely, you can also use the COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO-XL to lower music to set the output levels separately! Only ...the processor should be inserted into the audio path of the selected frequencies should be emphasized acoustically. 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you have checked the EQ setting, switch off SC MON and adjust the THRESHOLD, so that you ...
...level. However, remember to set up this configuration with the BEHRINGER MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600. Return Send Mixer Channel Insert Out In 3.2 Emphasizing instruments Conversely, you can also use the COMPOSER PRO-XL and AUTOCOM PRO-XL to lower music to set the output levels separately! Only ...the processor should be inserted into the audio path of the selected frequencies should be emphasized acoustically. 10 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual Once you have checked the EQ setting, switch off SC MON and adjust the THRESHOLD, so that you ...
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...rack. The audio connections of the MULTICOM PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO-XL are electronically balanced to avoid hum problems. You can, of these cables. 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch1 Ch2 ...Ch3 Ch4 Hi Low Hi Low Input SUPER-X PRO CX2310 Input L R Unbalanced ¼" TS connector strain relief...
...rack. The audio connections of the MULTICOM PRO-XL, AUTOCOM PRO-XL and COMPOSER PRO-XL are electronically balanced to avoid hum problems. You can, of these cables. 11 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600 Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4 Ch1 Ch2 ...Ch3 Ch4 Hi Low Hi Low Input SUPER-X PRO CX2310 Input L R Unbalanced ¼" TS connector strain relief...
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12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6. input level Sidechain Outputs Type Impedance Max. input level CMRR Audio Outputs Type Impedance Max. output level System Specifications Bandwidth Frequency range S/N ratio THD IMD ... +21 dBu, +20 dBm balanced and unbalanced 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 45 kW +24 dBu Threshold Ratio Attack/release Auto characteristic Manual attack time Manual release time Auto attack time Auto release time Output 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 W +21 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz...
12 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual 6. input level Sidechain Outputs Type Impedance Max. input level CMRR Audio Outputs Type Impedance Max. output level System Specifications Bandwidth Frequency range S/N ratio THD IMD ... +21 dBu, +20 dBm balanced and unbalanced 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 45 kW +24 dBu Threshold Ratio Attack/release Auto characteristic Manual attack time Manual release time Auto attack time Auto release time Output 1/4" TS connector, unbalanced, HF-shielded, DC-decoupled 50 W +21 dBu 20 Hz to 20 kHz...
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...PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual De-Esser Section Type MDX2600 Filter frequencies Filter bandwidth Level reduction MDX1600 Filter frequency Filter bandwidth Level reduction Dynamic Enhancer Section Type MDX4600 Filter frequency Characteristic Boost MDX2600 Filter frequency Characteristic Boost MDX1600... Weight Shipping weight approx. 5 lbs / 2.3 kg approx. 7 lbs / 3.2 kg MDX1600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg approx. 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg BEHRINGER makes every effort to ensure the highest standard of the device may differ from the information ...
...PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual De-Esser Section Type MDX2600 Filter frequencies Filter bandwidth Level reduction MDX1600 Filter frequency Filter bandwidth Level reduction Dynamic Enhancer Section Type MDX4600 Filter frequency Characteristic Boost MDX2600 Filter frequency Characteristic Boost MDX1600... Weight Shipping weight approx. 5 lbs / 2.3 kg approx. 7 lbs / 3.2 kg MDX1600 Weight Shipping weight approx. 5.3 lbs / 2.4 kg approx. 7.5 lbs / 3.4 kg BEHRINGER makes every effort to ensure the highest standard of the device may differ from the information ...
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... and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 14 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell...
... and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. 14 MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 User Manual FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION COMPLIANCE INFORMATION MULTICOM PRO-XL MDX4600/PRO-XL MDX2600/AUTOCOM PRO-XL MDX1600 Responsible Party Name: Address: Phone/Fax No.: MUSIC Group Services US Inc. 18912 North Creek Parkway, Suite 200 Bothell...